The Best of the 2012 Paris Motor Show

Europe's economic troubles are still very real, but that doesn't seem to have affected this year's Paris Motor Show, where beautiful sports cars, clever hatchbacks, family efficient haulers, and even a few manic concept cars were unveiled. Here's what's new from the City of Lights.

Peugeot Onyx Concept

Peugeot Onyx Concept

A supercar shape and curious material choices aren't the only exciting parts of the Peugeot Onyx Concept. Behind the passenger compartment is a high-strung 600 hp 3.7-liter V8 diesel hybrid powertrain. The fun part about the Onyx is the copper body panels, which are left raw and would gain a lovely green patina over time.

Peugeot Onyx Supertrike

Peugeot Onyx Supertrike

To match the Onyx Supercar is the Onyx Supertrike. Three-wheeled scooter are gaining popularity in Europe for their in-traffic stability and easy parking, but this one is also a plug-in hybrid so it's cleaner than the average scooter buzzing around Paris.